Apex Legends vs Star Wars: Jedi Knight - Dark Forces II

Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle royale built around squads of “Legends” with unique abilities, praised for its fast, fluid movement, gunplay, and ping communication system.

Star Wars: Jedi Knight - Dark Forces II puts players in the boots of Kyle Katarn, a former Imperial officer turned Rebel hero, as he uncovers a dark conspiracy and masters the ways of the Force. The game blends first‑person shooting with lightsaber duels and Force powers, delivering a cinematic Star Wars experience. Originally released in 1997 for PC, the title features both a story‑driven single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes, allowing friends to duel with lightsabers or engage in team‑based combat. Its pioneering use of 3D environments and voice acting set a new standard for action games of its era.

• Excellent gunplay and movement
• Free to play
• Great non-verbal comms
• Strong hero design

• Innovative blend of shooting and lightsaber combat
• Rich single‑player story with voice acting
• Varied multiplayer modes
• Atmospheric Star Wars environments

• Squad play can frustrate solos
• Grindy cosmetics
• Steep aim skill ceiling

• Outdated graphics by modern standards
• Multiplayer reliant on legacy networking
• Limited control customization